Chocolate Pumpkin Cupcakes Recipe: The Best Fall Dessert for You
Indulge in these delightful chocolate pumpkin cupcakes, the perfect fall treat that combines the rich flavor of chocolate with the seasonal essence of pumpkin.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 cupcakes 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tin with cupcake liners.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- In a large bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Stir in pumpkin puree and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- Fill the prepared cupcake liners about two-thirds full with batter.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- For extra chocolate flavor, add chocolate chips to the batter.
- These cupcakes can be topped with cream cheese frosting for a richer dessert.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cupcake
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Chocolate Pumpkin Cupcakes, Fall Dessert, Cupcake Recipe